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Polymeris organized a collective European mission to Quebec as part of the European POLREC project coordinated by the cluster. The aim of POLREC is to encourage the adoption of plastic waste recycling solutions by European SMEs to strengthen the EU's resilience, and to export European know-how to key partner countries. Canada, the world's 6th-largest plastics producer, and more specifically the province of Quebec, was identified by the project partners thanks to the strong relationships Polymeris had forged with Quebec niches (clusters) during previous projects and exploratory missions. Quebec is home to 70% of Canada's plastics companies, 31% of the rubber industry and 23% of the composites industry, and has repeatedly expressed interest in strengthening its collaboration with European partners, particularly French-speaking ones, and working to promote the sustainability of its industries.

Since its launch in 2005, this visionary government policy has breathed new life into innovation in France. Designed to foster competitiveness and economic development, it has sought to break down silos by promoting a collaborative approach at local level. Today, Competitive Clusters bring together companies, research organizations, training centers and public-sector players, all united around strategic themes to build a more prosperous future.